yes, after completing my 1st Philippine Loop on a 400cc maxi scooter, my mind tells me now that the best bike for my 2nd Philippine Loop is somewhat in this category.. particularly, this F850GS would be very interesting I guess... F1250GS is too heavy for me standing at 5'-6" and very hard to position the bike when inside the RORO during sea crossings.. IMHO
Im 5ft 7 and own a 850gs. I recommend you either go with a different adventure bike in the middle class or just go for the bigger brother 1250. The 850gs is the heaviest in its class and it feels it. Extremely high center of gravity. Sure the 1250 is heavier but its lower center of gravity helps keep the balance. Dont get me wrong, on the road, the 850 is as smooth as butter but I do not go offroad much thanks to that issue. The newer 900gs for 2024 I heard will have a good amount of weight shaved off too
Is the Adventure model available in our Country? I've been to different BMW Dealers to look for this and they told me that they won't release it here. Did they change their mind?
I sold my bike after 13 000 km. I had changed two seats ( comfort,low) and a windshield but could not find any proper. It was a pain in a butt for long rides. Moreover constant problems with electronics and sensors. I only liked the engine. Bought 1200 gs instead and was happy with everything in stock.
dont do it. I own a 2023 850gs. I recommend you go with something else. 1 month into owning the bike and my water pump went out. Chinese manufacturing at its finest. Wish i knew prior to purchasing they were made in china.
The 1250 weighs 590 pounds. The 850 weighs about 540. This thing should either be under 500 pounds, or have ~15 more horsepower. As it is, it's just an underpowered pig.
Great review!. One note - it does have cruise control (as an option, at least in Europe) and quickshifter. It is really a multi-purpose bike.
how tall are you? i'm a shorter rider and was wondering if this is a fit.
yes, after completing my 1st Philippine Loop on a 400cc maxi scooter, my mind tells me now that the best bike for my 2nd Philippine Loop is somewhat in this category.. particularly, this F850GS would be very interesting I guess... F1250GS is too heavy for me standing at 5'-6" and very hard to position the bike when inside the RORO during sea crossings.. IMHO
850 is good for 5,6 im 5,7
Im 5ft 7 and own a 850gs. I recommend you either go with a different adventure bike in the middle class or just go for the bigger brother 1250. The 850gs is the heaviest in its class and it feels it. Extremely high center of gravity. Sure the 1250 is heavier but its lower center of gravity helps keep the balance. Dont get me wrong, on the road, the 850 is as smooth as butter but I do not go offroad much thanks to that issue. The newer 900gs for 2024 I heard will have a good amount of weight shaved off too
Is the Adventure model available in our Country? I've been to different BMW Dealers to look for this and they told me that they won't release it here. Did they change their mind?
I sold my bike after 13 000 km. I had changed two seats ( comfort,low) and a windshield but could not find any proper. It was a pain in a butt for long rides. Moreover constant problems with electronics and sensors. I only liked the engine. Bought 1200 gs instead and was happy with everything in stock.
triumph tiger 850 sport is better quality bike
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gs1200 tft?
Fantastic video about the F850, Thank you. You helped me make my choice!
dont do it. I own a 2023 850gs. I recommend you go with something else. 1 month into owning the bike and my water pump went out. Chinese manufacturing at its finest. Wish i knew prior to purchasing they were made in china.
hi, can you review adv 350?
Please make a Review for BMW 310gs. Pls :'(
make review italjet buccaneer 250i
Waiting for Vstrom800 DE review.
Present Sir 🙋
The treple black have a ws
A superb bike have one past 5 years faultless.
Hopefully the V-Strom 250 SX gets a Beyond The Ride treatment.
Full riding gear for 100k subs milestone? 😏
waste of money triumph is much lighter
first!
The 1250 weighs 590 pounds. The 850 weighs about 540.
This thing should either be under 500 pounds, or have ~15 more horsepower. As it is, it's just an underpowered pig.
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